Horebeke facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Horebeke
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Church and school of Sint-Kornelis-Horebeke
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 Horebeke
Location in Belgium
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| Country | Belgium | ||
| Community | Flemish Community | ||
| Region | Flemish Region | ||
| Province | East Flanders | ||
| Arrondissement | Oudenaarde | ||
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| • Total | 11.20 km2 (4.32 sq mi) | ||
| Population
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| Postal codes |
9667
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| Area codes | 055 | ||
| Website | www.horebeke.be | ||
Horebeke (pronounced like HO-ruh-bee-kuh) is a small town in Belgium. It is located in the East Flanders province, which is in the Flemish part of Belgium. Horebeke is known as a "municipality," which means it's a local government area.
This municipality includes two main villages: Sint-Kornelis-Horebeke and Sint-Maria-Horebeke. The total area of Horebeke is about 11.20 square kilometers. In 2018, about 2,048 people lived there.
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Discovering Horebeke's History
Horebeke has a rich history, especially concerning its religious past. The area has been home to different communities for a long time.
Protestant Heritage in Sint-Maria-Horebeke
In the village of Sint-Maria-Horebeke, you can find a special Protestant church. This church was built in 1872. It is part of the Corsele parish.
Next to the church, there is a museum dedicated to Abraham Hans. He was a Protestant village teacher and a great storyteller. The building where the museum is now used to be a parish school, built in 1812.
The Reformation and Its Impact
Protestantism has been present in Sint-Maria-Horebeke since the 16th century. This was during a time called the Protestant Reformation. The Reformation was a major movement in Europe. It led to the creation of new Christian churches. These churches were separate from the main Catholic Church.
Local Government and Community Life
Like all municipalities, Horebeke has its own local government. This government helps manage the town. It makes decisions about local services and community life.
Who Leads Horebeke?
The mayor of Horebeke is Cynthia Browaeys. She belongs to a political group called Volksbelangen. The Volksbelangen group also holds the majority of seats in the local council. This means they have the most power to make decisions for the town.
Connecting with Horebeke
If you want to learn more about Horebeke, you can visit its official website. The website address is www.horebeke.be. This site provides information about the municipality. It also shares details about local events and services.
See also
In Spanish: Horebeke para niños
